Norfolk State football player killed by former Spartan player

Nicholas Jerome Ackies, an 18-year old defensive lineman for the NSU football team, was shot and killed on Friday night at an apartment on Hayes Street in Norfolk. Police have arrested 22-year-old Jaquan Anderson, a former player for the Spartans.

“This is such a tragic situation. Our prayers are with Nick’s family during this very difficult time,” NSU Athletics Director Marty L. Miller said. “He will be dearly missed by the entire Norfolk State University family.”